Why did Messi refuse the Golden Ball in 2016?
Messi was guilty of a similar stunt earlier in the tournament, rejecting the man-of-the-match award out of frustration following Argentina’s opening game, in which Paraguay roared back to draw 2-2 after the ‘Albiceleste’ had led 2-0.
Who has more award Messi or Ronaldo?
Ronaldo does boast more of FIFA’s new ‘The Best’ awards and has been crowned UEFA Player of the Year on more occasions, but Messi has won more league Player of the Year accolades.
Did Messi win a trophy in 2020?
Leo Messi receives 2020/21 Pichichi trophy.
Why did Leo Messi not play?
Messi is not playing for Argentina in games against Chile and Colombia in order to allow him to fully recover from the effects of Covid-19.
Did Messi win the Golden Ball?
After losing seven finals with the national team, Messi collected both the Golden Ball and Golden Boot awards as La Albiceleste beat Brazil to win their first trophy since 1993. It was Messi’s first international trophy and his stellar tournament helped propel him to yet another individual prize.
Who has most Golden Boot?
Lionel Messi is the all time record winner of the award, having won it six times overall. He also holds the record for most goals and most points in a single season (50 and 100 respectively, in 2011–12).
How many goals Messi scored?
Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo
| Team | Games | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| FC Barcelona | 778 | 672 |
| Paris Saint-Germain | 31 | 9 |
| Argentina | 160 | 81 |
| Totals: | 969 | 762 |
Who won Pichichi 2021?
Lionel Messi
Even though Lionel Messi has made his move to the French capital, the records that he has broken in La Liga are still following him. The Argentine has won the 2020/21 season Pichichi award, rewarded by Marca.